At a glance
An 18th-century coaching inn in Lauder's Market Place, The Black Bull Hotel has 12 individually styled en-suite rooms, a restaurant, bar and lounge. Free Wi-Fi and a private rear car park add practical comforts for a stay in the Scottish Borders.
- LocationLauder, Scottish Borders
- Stay format18th-century coaching inn
- Published capacity12 en-suite rooms
- Best forA town base in the Scottish Borders

Why it may suit a fishing party
For a fishing trip in the Borders, Lauder offers a town base with dining on site. Check the journey to your chosen fishing meeting point before booking: the right base depends on the beat, guide and daily itinerary.
How it fits the fishing
The Black Bull Hotel can be considered alongside suitable fishing in its region, but a river name alone is not enough: individual beats can be far apart. Best Fishing Scotland can check the actual meeting points, arrange guides, permits and equipment, and build realistic daily transfers around the final accommodation choice.
Share dates, target species, party size and the needs of non-angling guests before either element is committed.
Questions to settle before booking
- Exact bedrooms, bed configuration and single occupancy.
- Meal times against early guide departures.
- Storage and drying space for boots, outerwear and waders.
- Accessibility, dietary, child and pet requirements.
- Deposit, cancellation and minimum-stay terms.
- Which fishing, if any, is included—never assume permits or a named beat.
Hotel details and sources
Address: Market Place, Lauder, Berwickshire TD2 6SR, Scotland.
Hotel telephone: 01578 722208.
Hotel email: [email protected].
Researched from the official hotel website in October 2026. Facilities and terms can change.